Soccer Wars: Ava and Gia started playing soccer, and their “team”, the Blue Dolphins, has no concept of team. They’re like a bunch of crazy little sharks going after the ball. They compete not only against the other team but against one another. Grrrr. It doesn’t matter whether it’s forward or backwards, they just want to kick it somewhere…but it’s very cute!

Ebey’s Landing

Penn Cove

Sexist Stay-at-home Dad & Writer: I’m not just a sexist stay-at-home father, but now, officially, writing is a hobby and…ahem, a quasi-profession. My lovely wife may disagree, as she knows that my wage is mighty low, but nevertheless, I signed a deal with Knopf. More here: David Shields vs. Caleb Powell: I Think You’re Totally Wrong.